About

snowy Mespilus

The Snowy Mespilus, also known as Amelanchier ovalis or the Juneberry, is a deciduous shrub or small tree. It is renowned for its beautiful display of white flowers that create blanket of snowy blossoms, hence its common name.
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The Appearance

Snowy Mespilus typically grows to a height of 2 to 4 meters (6 to 13 feet), with a similar spread. It has a bushy, upright growth habit and can be grown as either a large shrub or a small tree.


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The Produce

The plant produces small, round berries that ripen to a deep purple or black colour. These berries are edible and can be used in jams, jellies, and pies.


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The Flowers

In early spring, before the leaves fully unfurl, the Snowy Mespilus produces clusters of five-petaled, star-shaped white flowers.


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The Leaves

The leaves are oval-shaped and have finely serrated edges. They emerge bronze-coloured in the spring, turning green and then red/orange autumn.


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The Bark

The bark is smooth and grey when young, developing shallow grooves and becoming more textured with age.


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The Habitat

It prefers well-drained soil and can thrive in a variety of soil types, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils.


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The Ecology

It provides food for numerous wildlife but it is particularly popular among birds due to its berries.


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The Culture

The fruits are traditionally used to make jams and jellies, or eaten fresh.


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Fun Facts

The flowers are well known because they look similar to snowflakes hence the trees name.

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